
Iconic Pieces: 15 Standout Jewelry & Watch Releases of 2025
From ancient coins set into high jewelry watches to Y2K candy rings reborn in fine gold, these boundary-pushing collaborations defined the year in jewelry and horology.

15 Iconic Jewelry & Watch Collaborations & Releases of 2025
From ancient coins set into high jewelry watches to Y2K candy rings reborn in fine gold, these boundary-pushing collaborations defined the year in jewelry and horology. In 2025, the worlds of jewelry and watches pushed creative boundaries even further, blurring the lines between luxury, pop culture, art, and technology.
From heritage maisons embracing playful nostalgia to independent innovators redefining how pieces are made, this year’s collaborations proved that craftsmanship and imagination are evolving hand in hand. Whether inspired by childhood icons, gaming universes, ancient history, or cutting-edge manufacturing, these releases captured the cultural moment and sparked conversation far beyond the display case.
This list highlights 15 of the most iconic jewelry and watch collaborations and launches of 2025—each one a bold reminder that statement pieces are no longer just worn, they’re experienced.

Jewelry Collaborations & Releases
Jewelry in 2025 went far beyond traditional design, embracing storytelling, nostalgia, sustainability, and bold cultural crossover. From upcycled materials turned into wearable art to fine jewelry reimagining childhood icons, this year’s releases prove that jewelry isn’t just about adornment—it’s about expression, meaning, and imagination.
Hall Crafty
Turning Old Beer Cans into Wearable Art
We’d like to spotlight a maker redefining sustainable jewelry: Jane Hall of Hall Crafty. Based in Nova Scotia, Hall transforms discarded craft beer cans into one-of-a-kind, hypoallergenic jewelry, accessories, and ornaments, combining her lifelong love of crafting with a passion for upcycling.
Drawing inspiration from the bold artwork found on local beer, cider, and wine cans, each piece is carefully cut, cleaned, and reimagined into wearable designs that celebrate creativity and resourcefulness. What began as a side project alongside a non-creative corporate career has grown into a distinct brand rooted in sustainability and storytelling. Through Hall Crafty, Hall proves that materials once considered waste can be transformed into meaningful, beautifully crafted jewelry.

Rachel O’Connell
When Ballet Shoes Become Lasting Works of Art
Some materials are never meant to last — and that’s exactly what makes Rachel O’Connell’s work so compelling. The Devon-based sustainable artist has found new purpose for discarded pointe shoes from the Royal Ballet, transforming leather slippers that may survive only a single performance into marbled jewelry and accessories.
Through a partnership with the social enterprise Blue Patch, O’Connell reclaims premium materials and applies a centuries-old European marbling technique to create one-of-a-kind earrings, bracelets, cuff links, and more. Each piece keeps high-quality leather out of landfill while helping preserve marbling, an endangered heritage craft, and supporting the Trussell Trust through shared proceeds. In giving these shoes a second life, O’Connell turns fleeting moments on stage into enduring, wearable stories.

Polly Pocket x Nadine Ghosn
Childhood Nostalgia Reimagined in Fine Jewelry
Few childhood icons are as instantly recognizable as Polly Pocket, and for Mattel’s 80th anniversary, the beloved miniature world has been reinterpreted through fine jewelry. Polly Pocket teamed up with jeweler Nadine Ghosn to create an heirloom-worthy collection crafted in 18k gold and accented with pink sapphires, diamonds, and white gold details.
Inspired by the original Polly Pocket compacts and characters, the collection blends playful nostalgia with elevated craftsmanship, featuring pieces like jewelry holders modeled after the classic cases and wearable doll charms. The collaboration transforms a toy defined by imagination and self-expression into refined jewelry that celebrates both heritage and creativity.

Louis Vuitton x Takashi Murakami
Jewelry as Art in the ArtyCapucines Collection
Luxury jewelry takes on a sculptural, playful edge in the ArtyCapucines collaboration between Louis Vuitton and Takashi Murakami. Among the most striking jewelry-forward pieces is the Panda Clutch, a statement accessory crafted entirely from silver-tone brass and adorned with more than 6,300 hand-set strass stones.
Featuring Murakami’s iconic panda character and finished with a removable chain strap, the piece blurs the line between handbag, jewelry, and collectible sculpture. Produced in extremely limited quantities, it reflects Murakami’s whimsical imagination paired with Louis Vuitton’s meticulous craftsmanship, transforming pop-art nostalgia into a sparkling, wearable objet d’art.

Vivienne Westwood x NANA
Manga-Inspired Jewelry with Punk Attitude
For the 25th anniversary of the cult manga NANA, Vivienne Westwood translated the series’ iconic punk and romantic aesthetics into a jewelry collection that feels both nostalgic and unmistakably Westwood.
Inspired by the contrasting styles of Nana Komatsu and Nana Osaki, the exclusive pieces blend oversized baroque pearls, industrial chains, and the brand’s signature orb motif into statement designs illustrated directly from the manga. Standout items include the Nana Pearl Necklace, which fuses hyper-feminine cream pearls with a silver-plated cable chain and chunky clasps, and the crystal-embellished Giant Orb Lighter, limited to just 250 pieces worldwide. Together, the collection transforms manga symbolism into bold, collectible jewelry that celebrates rebellion, individuality, and cultural crossover.

Brilliant Earth x Ring Pop Y2K
Nostalgia Recast in Fine Jewelry
Playful childhood nostalgia meets modern fine jewelry in the collaboration between Brilliant Earth and Ring Pop. Drawing inspiration from the iconic candy rings of the late ’90s and early 2000s, the limited-edition capsule reimagines the oversized gem silhouette in 14-karat gold, set with vibrant gemstones that echo Ring Pop’s classic colorways.
Each piece features Brilliant Earth’s signature hidden halo setting, blending whimsy with refined craftsmanship at a $1,790 price point. Designed with Millennials and Gen Z in mind, the collection taps into the ongoing Y2K revival, transforming a playful pop-culture symbol into a joyful, wearable piece of contemporary jewelry.

Watch Collaborations & Releases
Watch releases in 2025 showcased how far horology has evolved, blending technical innovation with pop culture, art, and unexpected collaborations. From advanced manufacturing breakthroughs to nostalgic designs inspired by gaming and history, this year’s timepieces prove that watches are as much about storytelling and creativity as they are about keeping time.
Ming Polymesh
Redefining Wearability Through Additive Manufacturing
Pushing beyond traditional watchmaking, Ming has unveiled the Polymesh, the world’s first 3D-printed titanium bracelet-strap hybrid. Crafted from grade 5 titanium, the Polymesh is composed of 1,693 interlinked components, all articulated without pins or screws to create a fabric-like drape in solid metal.
Produced through hundreds of layers of sintering and finished to tolerances as tight as 70 microns, the result is an ultra-light, fluid bracelet that bridges the comfort of a textile strap with the durability of a metal bracelet. Priced at CHF 1,500, the Polymesh showcases how advanced manufacturing can reshape not just watches, but the jewelry-like components that define how they’re worn.

Seiko 5 x Pepsi
A Cult Colorway Goes Official
What began as a collector nickname has now become a full-fledged collaboration. Seiko made waves by officially teaming up with Pepsi for a limited-edition Seiko 5 release, bringing the iconic red-and-blue “Pepsi” colorway into an authorized partnership.
Long associated with vintage Rolex GMTs and Seiko’s own beloved 1990s SKX dive watches, the bezel colors carry deep cultural weight among enthusiasts. By embracing the nickname head-on, Seiko taps into pop culture nostalgia and collector lore, transforming a fan-driven reference into a playful, highly collectible crossover that proves watch culture doesn’t take itself too seriously.

Bulgari Monete Catene
Ancient History Hidden in High Jewelry
A$AP Rocky turned heads at Cannes with a timepiece that blurs the line between jewelry, history, and horology. Worn by A$AP Rocky, the Bulgari Monete Catene High Jewellery secret watch conceals its dial behind a nearly 2,000-year-old Roman coin bearing the likeness of Emperor Caracalla.
Crafted in 18-karat rose gold and set with diamonds, the bracelet-style watch opens to reveal a mother-of-pearl dial powered by Bulgari’s ultra-compact Piccolissimo mechanical movement. The piece exemplifies the enduring allure of “secret watches,” where ancient artifacts and fine jewelry craftsmanship combine to create a wearable object that’s as much cultural relic as luxury statement.

Fossil x Minecraft
Pixel Worlds Translated into Wearable Timepieces
Gaming culture meets accessible watch design in the Fossil x Minecraft collaboration, created ahead of the video game’s Hollywood debut. Fossil reimagines its Machine chronograph watches with digital-inspired dials and textures drawn directly from Minecraft’s Overworld, including Grass Block and Deepslate designs accented with Diamond Ore motifs.
Block-textured cases, iron tool–inspired subhands, and lenticular casebacks bring the pixelated universe to life, turning familiar gameplay elements into functional design details. Priced between $65 and $220, the collection transforms one of gaming’s most iconic worlds into wearable watches that celebrate nostalgia, creativity, and pop-culture crossover.

PlayStation x ANICORN
Thirty Years of Gaming Reimagined in Timepieces
To mark three decades of gaming history, PlayStation partnered with ANICORN on a limited-edition watch collection that turns console nostalgia into wearable design. The centerpiece is a mechanical anniversary watch inspired by the original 1994 PlayStation, featuring the iconic △〇×□ symbols across the dial and strap, Start and Select–inspired hands, and a power-symbol crown.
Limited to just 300 numbered pieces, the watch blends tactile storytelling with modern mechanics, powered by a Miyota movement and paired with a memory-card–inspired capsule. Rounding out the release, two playful quartz models animate the PlayStation symbols in Dark Mode and Light Mode designs, proving that gaming culture and watchmaking can intersect in meaningful, collectible ways.

G-Dragon x Jacob & Co.
An Iced-Out Expression of K-Pop and High Jewelry
At the Seoul flagship opening of Jacob & Co., G‑Dragon unveiled an exclusive PEACEMINUSONE collaborative watch that blurs the line between timepiece and jewelry. The diamond-laden design features a custom dial combining Jacob & Co.’s signature sparkle with G-Dragon’s iconic PEACEMINUSONE daisy motif, creating a bold, highly personal statement piece.
Finished with a bespoke caseback engraving reading “For G-Dragon by Jacob Arabo,” the watch appears to be a one-off creation rather than a retail release. The debut underscores how contemporary pop culture and high jewelry watchmaking continue to intersect through artist-driven collaborations.

Other Notable Collaborations & Releases
Not every iconic collaboration of 2025 fit neatly into the categories of jewelry or watches—and that’s exactly what made them unforgettable. These releases blurred boundaries between fashion, art, design, and adornment, proving that the influence of jewelry culture can extend far beyond traditional pieces and into unexpected, imaginative forms.
Oscar Wang x Tiffany & Co.
Year of the Snake Interpreted Through Art and Jewelry
To celebrate the Year of the Snake, Tiffany & Co. partnered with multidisciplinary artist Oscar Wang on a collaboration that blends cultural symbolism with contemporary design. Drawing inspiration from traditional ceramic craftsmanship, Wang created a heart-shaped infinity motif with serpentine curves, merging the symbolism of the snake with the figure-eight knot associated with wealth and fortune in Chinese culture.
The collaboration centers on sculptural jewelry objects, including a Blanc de Chine porcelain jewelry case glazed in Tiffany blue and a freestanding ceramic holder designed to display pieces as art. Together, the project reimagines Tiffany’s iconic design language through a culturally resonant lens, celebrating love, luck, and continuity in a refined, modern form.

Ice Spice x Mercedes-Benz
Diamond Jewelry Meets Automotive Art
High jewelry takes center stage in an unexpected form through the collaboration between Mercedes-Benz and Ice Spice. Unveiled as a one-of-a-kind CLA art piece, the molten-chrome vehicle is wrapped in diamond-encrusted chain jewelry inspired by Ice Spice’s signature “Princess of Rap” aesthetic.
Oversized silver chains encircle the car like wearable adornments, while diamond-like materials accent the wheels and detailing, transforming automotive design into a jewelry-forward statement. Blurring the boundaries between luxury fashion, jewelry, and industrial design, the piece showcases how gemstone symbolism and hip-hop iconography can be scaled into sculptural, high-impact art.

Gentle Monster Jewelry Collection 2025
Bedazzled Eyewear as Wearable Jewelry
Eyewear takes on the role of statement jewelry in the 2025 Jewelry Collection from Gentle Monster. The new range reimagines sunglasses and optical frames with shimmering, jewel-like embellishments, transforming oval and square silhouettes into luminous accessories that blur the line between eyewear and adornment.
Crafted in sleek metal and translucent acetate, the designs replace playful charms with bedazzled temples and gem-inspired detailing, leaning fully into fantasy and spectacle. Fronted by actress Sena Nakajima, the collection positions eyewear as a form of modern jewelry—ornamental, expressive, and meant to be seen as much as worn.


Preserving What Makes These Pieces Iconic
Because statements this bold deserve care that lasts.
From upcycled artistry and nostalgic pop-culture crossovers to boundary-pushing watch engineering and high-jewelry moments steeped in history, the standout releases of 2025 prove that jewelry and timepieces are more expressive than ever. Each collaboration reflects a unique blend of creativity, craftsmanship, and cultural relevance, turning personal style into something deeply meaningful. Whether playful, avant-garde, or rooted in heritage, these pieces remind us that what we wear often tells a much bigger story.
At My Jewelry Repair, we’re here to help those stories endure. From maintaining the precision of innovative timepieces to restoring the brilliance of statement jewelry and safeguarding treasured heirlooms, our Master Craftsmen are dedicated to preserving what makes your collection truly iconic—today, tomorrow, and for years to come.


Resources:
- ¹Hall Crafty Beer Can Jewelry via The Telegram Information and Photos: https://www.saltwire.com/
- ²Ballet Slipper Jewelry via Yahoo! Life Information and Photos: https://www.yahoo.com/
- ³Polly Pocket Nadine Ghosn Collaboration via Hypebeast Information and Photos: https://hypebeast.com/
- ⁴Louis Vuitton Takashi Murakami Collaboration via Metro Style Information and Photos: https://metro.style/
- ⁵Vivienne Westwood NANA Collaboration via Hypebae Information and Photos: https://hypebae.com/
- ⁶Brilliant Earth Ring Pop Collaboration via WWD Information and Photos: https://wwd.com/
- ⁷Ming Polymesh via Hodinkee Information and Photos: https://www.hodinkee.com/
- ⁸Seiko 5 Pepsi Watch Collaboration via Esquire Information and Photos: https://www.esquire.com/
- ⁹Bulgari Monete Catene via GQ Information and Photos: https://www.gq.com/
- ¹⁰Fossil Minecraft Watch Collaboration via Hollywood Reporter Information and Photos: https://www.hollywoodreporter.com/
- ¹¹PlayStation ANICORN Watch Collaboration via Hypebeast Information and Photos: https://hypebeast.com/
- ¹²G-Dragon Jacob & Co. Watch Collaboration via HypeBeast Information and Photos: https://hypebeast.com/
- ¹³Oscar Wang Tiffany & Co. Collaboration via Hypebeast Information and Photos: https://hypebeast.com/
- ¹⁴Ice Spice Mercedes-Benz Collaboration via Designboom Information and Photos: https://www.designboom.com/
- ¹⁵Gentle Monster Jewelry Collection via Hypebeast Information and Photos: https://hypebeast.com/
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